Ginger Soy Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Cashews
Quick stir-fried marinated beef with crisp broccoli and crunchy cashews in a savory ginger-soy sauce that delivers bold Asian flavors. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 30 minutes pairs broccoli florets, cashews, unsalted, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup cashews, unsalted
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp water
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 3 tbsp water. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and toss to coat. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1/2 cup unsalted cashews and toast, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove cashews and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok. Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, stir-frying for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Step 4: Add marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through.
- Step 5: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 6: Pour in reserved marinade sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and evenly coats beef and broccoli.
- Step 7: Return toasted cashews to the wok, toss to combine. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ginger Soy Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Cashews take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Ginger Soy Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Cashews?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger Soy Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Cashews?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Ginger Soy Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Cashews for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Ginger Soy Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Cashews?
Asian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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